Week Calendar

Name: Storytime with Santa
Start: 2024-12-19T10:00:00-06:00
End: 2024-12-19T11:00:00-06:00
Location: Romeoville

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Storytime with Santa

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room A at Romeoville

Library Branch: Romeoville

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children

Program Type: Children

Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Details:

Join us for a magical morning as Santa reads 'Twilight: A Reindeer Story' by Adam Woodworth. Let Santa's enchanting voice transport you to a wintry world filled with wonder and heartwarming lessons.

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This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.

Holiday Salads and Sides with Chef Susan Maddox

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room A at Romeoville

Library Branch: Romeoville

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Adult

Required

Seats Remaining: 6

Event Details:

Looking for a new dish to bring to your next holiday celebration? Spend the evening with Chef Susan Maddox learning about sides dishes and salads that are sure to bring comfort and joy.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.

Gift Wrap Like a Professional

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Meeting Room A at Romeoville

Library Branch: Romeoville

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Adult, Teen

Required

Seats Remaining: 23

Event Details:

Confused about "where to begin" when it comes to wrapping gifts for the holidays? Fret not! We will cover the basics of gift wrapping along with some fun ways to dress up your gifts so that they will be the best looking ones at the party!

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Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.

women reading a book with a cup of coffee

Thriving in the Upcoming Winter and Year Round

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill

Library Branch: Crest Hill

Room: Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Adult

Required

Seats Remaining: 62

Event Details:

Registered nurse Joan Davis will help us prevent the winter blues.

By the Time I Get to Memphis: King's Last Year

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Meeting Room A at Romeoville

Library Branch: Romeoville

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Adult, Teen

Required

Seats Remaining: 89

Event Details:

The final chapter of the very public story of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. has been clouded in some mystery, controversy, and misinformation. What was he working on? What were his plans? And how were his objectives changing?

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Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.

Holy History, Batman! Family Edition

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill

Library Branch: Crest Hill

Room: Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Adult, Children, Teen

Required

Seats Remaining: 64

Event Details:

A look into the history of one of the most iconic superheroes. Both a history of the Bat in fiction, his many sidekicks, villains, and storylines, and a look into how the times of his comic runs have shaped the hero of Gotham we all know.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.

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9 am					This event is in the "Children" group. Hang & Play 9:15am - 11:15am Children Crest Hill This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Children Event Details: There are no Storytimes today, but that doesn't mean we aren't having fun! Hang and play with us! Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages with a caregiver. Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
10 am		This event is in the "Adult" group. ESL Reading & Conversation Group 10:00am - 12:00pm Adult Crest Hill Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Is your first language Spanish, Polish, Hindi or anything but English? Would you like the opportunity to practice your newly-learned English skills in an informal, non-judgmental setting? This event is in the "Adult" group. Sit & Stay Fit 10:30am - 11:30am Adult Crest Hill Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 7 Improve flexibility, bone strength, circulation, heart health, and stability all while sitting down! We will take it nice and easy in this exercise program, as we gently guide you through simple movements that will loosen up your joints and muscles. Chair exercises are a great way to be social and get some exercise in - all while sitting down! Disclaimer(s) Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.	This event is in the "Children" group. Storytime with Santa 10:00am - 10:30am Children Crest Hill Required This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Join us for a magical morning as Santa reads 'Twilight: A Reindeer Story' by Adam Woodworth. Let Santa's enchanting voice transport you to a wintry world filled with wonder and heartwarming lessons. Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.		This event is in the "Adult" group. ESL Reading & Conversation Group 10:00am - 12:00pm Adult Crest Hill Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Details: Is your first language Spanish, Polish, Hindi or anything but English? Would you like the opportunity to practice your newly-learned English skills in an informal, non-judgmental setting?
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12 pm						This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. Drop-In Cocoa & DIY Gift Wrapping 12:00pm - 3:00pm Adult, Children, Teen Crest Hill This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Adult, Children, Teen Event Details: Get into the holiday spirit by drinking some cocoa, listening to some holiday music, wrapping some presents, and decorating holiday cards at the library.
1 pm				This event is in the "Adult" group. American Mahjong Club 1:30pm - 3:30pm Adult Crest Hill Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Are you ready to embark on a journey into the captivating game of Mahjong? The library invites you to our open Mahjong club where you can learn, play, and have a great time with fellow enthusiasts! What to Expect: Disclaimer(s) Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.
2 pm			This event is in the "Adult" group. Computer Class: Microsoft Excel Basics 2:30pm - 4:00pm Adult Crest Hill Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 10 More and more companies are looking for employees who know a little something about Excel. Don't get left behind! Learn to create spreadsheets, and open, close, save, and print files. We also talk about adding and editing data, and formatting your spreadsheet to make it look its best! This class will require basic computer, keyboard, and mouse skills, as well as minimal experience with Microsoft Office products. Disclaimer(s) Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.
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5 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. Tween Book Club: Measuring Up 5:00pm - 6:00pm Children Crest Hill Required This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Come and chat about this heartwarming tale, Measuring Up by Lily LaMotte! Join other young readers for a thoughtful discussion about what you like and dislike about this book. All opinions are welcome!	This event is in the "Children" group. Snow Globe Craft 5:00pm - 6:00pm Children Crest Hill Required This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Show us your creative side! Join us as we make a holiday craft! In this program we will be making a paper plate snow globe. We will be using paint and glue in this program so wear your play clothes, it may get messy. Disclaimer(s) Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.
6 pm	This event is in the "Adult" group. Bird Feeding Basics 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adult Crest Hill Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 32 Event Details: Join a certified bird feeding expert to learn everything you need to know to start or enhance your bird feeding (and watching) hobby! Disclaimer(s) Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.	This event is in the "Teen" group. Teen Volunteer Night 6:00pm - 8:00pm Teen Crest Hill Required This event is in the "Teen" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: We want you! Do you want to have a say in what goes on in the Library? What books, video games, DVDs, Blu-Rays, magazines, CD's, and graphic novels do you think we need to have in our collection?		This event is in the "Children" group. Tween Night: Gaming! 6:00pm - 7:00pm Children Crest Hill Required This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Children Required Seats Remaining: 19 Event Details: Calling all tweens! Let's level up at game night! Hang out with other tweens as we play games. Bring your Switch™ and battle your friends, or play ours in a tournament style. We will have our board games available, too! Disclaimer(s) Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs. This event is in the "Adult" group. Adult Dungeons & Dragons 5e 6:30pm - 8:30pm Adult Crest Hill Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Play your character - enjoy the adventure! Join DM Katie as she leads you through an adventure out of 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons (DnD and also by D&D).

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